Creative support
Local arts organisation Octapod has supported experimental and emerging artists throughout the pandemic. Now they are ready for a new... Read Story
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A place of adventure and beauty
The Upper Hunter has so much to offer it’s hard to choose just one town to visit. But perhaps you don’t need to. Scone, in the heart of the Upper Hunter, is best known as the home to the nation’s most prestigious stud farms. Just three hours from Sydney, and 90 minutes from both Newcastle... Read Story Read StoryLet the vineyard do the talking
Winemaker Bryan Currie believes in low-touch winemaking, in letting each vintage, each vineyard find its unique voice – with a little help along the way. Picture this: As a kid, you loved fossils, you have followed your childhood dream, spent years at uni, and are now a paleontologist with a science degree to prove it.... Read Story Read StorySmart spaces
Showcasing an array of clever design ideas, this New Lambton home offers plenty of space for a young family, who took a somewhat unusual path on the property ladder. Homeowners Diana and Ilche are way ahead of the real estate curve most Australians follow: they decided to downsize early, while in their thirties and to... Read Story Read StoryBuy local, buyHUNTER
Drawing from a seemingly endless well of inspiration and creativity, the quality of our local artisan producers is second to none: whether it’s fashion, artworks, food and drink, jewellery or home wares. Some of them have already made a name for themselves, others are only just starting out or struggling to get noticed. To make... Read Story Read Story
“It just felt right.”
That is how Amanda describes her feelings on her wedding day. “My nerves completely calmed down,” she adds. For the... Read Story
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Full of good memories
Cooking and life are meant to be easy, says Armando Percuoco OAM, renowned chef and former owner of Buon Ricordo,... Read Story
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Embracing colour
Homeowners Judith and John moved from the Upper Hunter back to Redhead and were keen to make the most of... Read Story
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A special moment
John Hunter Children’s Hospital recognises that many families look forward to not only celebrating small milestones, but also major events... Read Story
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Take to the skies – Warbirds over Scone
26 – 27 March – The skies above Scone will roar to life with a massive line-up of historical warbirds,... Read Story
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Connection, community and the power of voice
If the events of the past nearly two years have taught us anything, it’s that our world can change in... Read Story
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Unearthing hidden Hunter gems
Local journalist and storyteller Mike Scanlon has written more than 1,000 history articles over a career spanning more than 55... Read Story
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The next chapter
The history of Maitland Hospital stretches back more than 175 years. With a new state-of-the-art facility to open in 2022,... Read Story
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Local research tackle global health problems
Three Hunter Medical Research Institute and University of Newcastle researchers have received over $8.3 million in National Health and Medical... Read Story
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